1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | 12 M | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
